Measurement Theory Discussion GCU

Objectives:

  • Describe measurement theory and levels of measurement.
  • Describe the influence “levels of evidence” have on practice changes. I want to make sure you are aware of resources that should not be used in this week’s assignment. 

Systematic Reviews, Literature Reviews, and Meta Analysis articles are useful resources and provide a strong level of evidence but are not considered primary research articles and should not be included in this week’s assignment.

All studies should be current (within 5-10 years Sources

Read Chapter 4 in Nursing Research: Understanding Methods for Best Practice.

Grand Canyon University American Psychological Association [APA] Style Guide for Writing

Introduction

Students of Grand Canyon University (GCU) are required to use the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (6th ed.) for preparing written assignments, except where otherwise noted. All students should have a personal copy of the APA

Publication Manual, which is available through the GCU Bookstore or local bookstores. In the interest of providing resource material for student use, this guide to APA style and format has been developed and made available. It is based on the current 6th edition of the APA Manual. However, the guide only highlights aspects of APA style and format, and so it is recommended that students use the APA Manual as a resource when writing APA-style papers.

An APA template has been provided in the Student Success Center’s Writing Center for student download and use.